Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Guadalajara one hour behind Philadelphia.
To ensure you catch your PHL to GDL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Guadalajara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PHL and GDL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Guadalajara Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Consider booking a hotel close to GDL if you're taking a late Philadelphia International Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Guadalajara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Guadalajara and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Guadalajara Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Guadalajara Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Guadalajara Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Guadalajara. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Guadalajara Airport for May if you want to visit Guadalajara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PHL to GDL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Guadalajara, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Travel about 467 kilometres east to Mexico City to check off its popular sights. From Zócalo to Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
